CHASE NELSON
Summary
Professional Physical Therapist Assistant specializing in acute care with significant experience in delivering high-quality patient outcomes. Strong focus on team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Known for reliability, effective communication, and compassionate approach to patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Acute Care
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
2025.05 - Current
- Medical and Neuro ICU trained - able to treat and transfer high acuity patients while closely monitoring vital signs
- Time management - providing high quality
patient care while simultaneously exceeding productivity - Coordinated with case managers to streamline transitions from acute care settings back into the community
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues by sharing expertise in acute care best practices and procedures
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic
Post Surgical Units
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital -Alamo Heights
2022.01 - 2025.04
- Adapted quickly to new procedures and protocols in post-surgical care
- Collaborated effectively with team members to ensure comprehensive patient support
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
Acute Care
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
2022.01 - 2025.04
- Delivered skilled therapy services in ICU/IMCU for patients recovering from CABG and total joint replacement surgeries
- Coordinated efforts with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive support for patient requirements
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
Physical Therapy Technician, Unpaid Internship
Momentum Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab
2018.01 - 2020.01
- Provided excellent customer service, consistently receiving positive feedback from customers
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in assigned areas, adhering to safety protocols
- Educated patients on exercise techniques and rehabilitation protocols
- Managed patient scheduling and maintained accurate medical records
Education
Physical Therapist Assistant - License Number: 2164394
St Philips College
San Antonio2021-05
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Texas A&M University
College Station2018-01
Skills
- Acute care expertise
- Critical care expertise
- Patient monitoring
- Planning and coordination
- Organization and time management
- Critical thinking
- Dependable and responsible
Physical Therapy Experience
- CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Medical Center, 01/12/22 - 04/25/25, Experience in ICU - Orthopedics, Joint, Spine, CABG and Abdominal surgeries
- CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - Alamo Heights, Post Surgical Unit, 01/12/22 - 04/25/25
- Momentum Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab, Physical Therapy Technician, Unpaid Internship, 01/21/18 - 01/07/20
Awards
Living Our Values - Compassion Award, 2024
- Recognized for Compassion by all of CHRISTUS hospitals in the region
Additional Information
REFERENCES:
DELLA WILLHAM,
DOR
DELLA.WILHAM@CHRISTUSHEALTH.ORG (210) 663-9324
WILL FLESHMAN,
DPT
WILLFLESHMAN@GMAIL.COM (512) 669-9438
SHERRY FRASER,
PRESIDENT –
ALAMO HEIGHTS
SHERRY.FRASER@CHRISTUSHEALTH.ORG (210) 897-1079
Timeline
Acute Care
Methodist Stone Oak Hospital
2025.05 - Current
Post Surgical Units
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital -Alamo Heights
2022.01 - 2025.04
Acute Care
CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital
2022.01 - 2025.04
Physical Therapy Technician, Unpaid Internship
Momentum Physical Therapy and Sports Rehab
2018.01 - 2020.01
Physical Therapist Assistant - License Number: 2164394
St Philips College
Bachelor of Science - Community Health
Texas A&M University